Let me put one thing straight...
People who download a free Ebook or special report are
looking for useful content that can help them to improve
their own business.
They don't care who wrote it, as long as it is in their
own interest . Period.
You may like it or not, but it's a fact that people only care
about THEMSELVES.
And guess what...
... they're absolutely right!
If you don't agree with this, you should not even consider
distributing or writing a free Ebook.
Let me explain.
When I have downloaded another one of those "glorified
collection of affiliate links" reports, I get the impression
that the author is out for a quick buck, and I immediately
search for the EXIT button...
If your free Ebook or report has nothing valuable to offer...
... then DON'T write it!
If you think that you'll win by sowing a bunch of "click-me-
rich" links in your Ebook, you think very unprofessional.
However, you can place affiliate links in your free Ebook,
and make money from them...
... but you have to be EXTREMELY carefully.
Let me show you how to do it right...
If you use an affiliate link, do this so your readers will
not realize you are trying to sell them something.
You can "recommended" or "review" a product. Tell your
readers what you liked about it, and what the product can
do for THEIR business!
When you do this, be sure to select a product that offers
value -or assistance- to your target market.
If you do this, you will gain TRUST.
Without trust, your business is doomed to fail!
Here's one example:
Suppose your Ebook or report contains a few tips or/and
recipes to make a better cake.
Your Ebook will cater to people who like to cook, so you
can include a link to a bookstore that sells cooking books,
or a company that sells cooking material.
There's nothing wrong doing this. It will be accepted, and
sometimes appreciated.
Just don't EVER try to sell a product that you wouldn't buy
yourself, or your reputation will be destroyed forever...
Honesty is what will keep your business running.
About the Author:
Dirk Dupon wrote "How To Design A Profitable Web Site". His guide will help you to make better performing web sites. Pick-up your free report here:
http://www.how-to-design-a-profitable-website.com